Annual Giving & Volunteer Strategy Lead

Lafayette College; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Lafayette College is seeking an Assistant Director of Annual Giving to build strategic frameworks, toolkit designs, and messaging for scalable annual giving programs. You will partner with the Executive Director to support premier volunteer cohorts, including Trustee giving and Alumni groups, bridging fundraising strategy with volunteer execution using real-time impact data.

You will lead development of case materials, stewardship content, and volunteer solicitors' resources, receiving intensive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or Event Management preferred.
• 1–3 years in higher education, advancement, alumni relations, or related annual fund experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• High-Value Volunteer Network Support: prepare briefing materials, toolkits, and solicitation content for volunteer leaders and the Executive Director.
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Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication

Team orientation

Flexible to work evenings/weekends

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Google Suite

CRM platforms

Microsoft Office

Hustle texting

Job description

Lafayette College is seeking an Assistant Director of Annual Giving to build strategic frameworks, toolkit designs, and messaging for scalable annual giving programs. You will partner with the Executive Director to support premier volunteer cohorts, including Trustee giving and Alumni groups, bridging fundraising strategy with volunteer execution using real-time impact data.

You will lead development of case materials, stewardship content, and volunteer solicitors' resources, receiving intensive